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My puppy has a puss-filled lip bump that grew after I popped it.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 8 lbs

my puppy has a puss filled bump on her bottom lip on the outside and it has a head on it. i popped it a couple weeks ago and since then it has gotten bigger. do you know what this could be?

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Most Helpful Answer

Emily, DVM

Answered By Emily, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 7th, 2017

Piper could have a resistant bacterial infection, chronic irritation leading to an infection/whiteheads or even a type of mite. Sometimes keeping the area clean and preventing any trauma such as rubbing or pawing at the area is helpful. Other times prescription strength medication is needed from your veterinarian.
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